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Tasty Tempeh…..

There are many nights that I come home late from a 12 hour work day and barely have time to cook for myself. Yes, yes, it’s true- the cobblers kids have no shoes…..the chefs mouth is never fed….. So, my solution to this problem is to always have a few things on hand that I can throw together at last minute’s notice. Some of those things are- frozen fruits for my smoothies, quinoa flakes to make my morning porridge, baby greens/avocados/almonds to make a quick lunch or dinner, tempeh/tofu/beans to add some vegan protein to a dish, and of course chocolate (seriously, did you NOT see that coming?)

So, one of my favorite meals to throw together quickly is a mixed baby greens salad with avocado/ toasted nuts/ whatever extra vegetables are lying in my kitchen and bbq tempeh. Now, for some of you the thought of eating tempeh might be a little overwhelming (and some of you might not even know what tempeh is! Check out my favorite brand here), so you may certainly substitute shrimp or chicken -two things that are SUPER easy to keep on hand at all times in the freeze.

After reading this post, a good practice for you might be to think of 1-2 dinners that are relatively non-perishable that you can keep on hand at all times for a quick “throw together” dinner for those nights in which you maybe forgot to stop at the grocery store or if you get home late, etc. Maybe try incorporating some bbq tempeh to your diet. It’s tasty, super filling, and loaded with fiber!

Add the tempeh in a single layer and cook until lightly browned, 5-6 minutes. Turn over and cook the other side 5-6 minutes as well.

Add half the bbq sauce and cook a few minutes on one side. Turn over and add the remaining ¼ c. bbq sauce and cook another few minutes until the sauce is thick and caramelized. Serve with extra bbq dipping sauce.

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I’m a vegetarian and I’ve always wanted to try tempeh, but wasn’t quite sure what to do with it. Recently I saw that a local BBQ joint had barbecued tofu on the menu and I’ve been thinking about something like that ever since. Look forward to trying this recipe. Sounds really simple and delicious.

Hi Roxanne! yes, especially with summer coming I love anything with the bbq flavor. you could defintely do the tempeh on the grill as well, but I would cut the brick of tempeh only into 4 pieces as opposed to more, smaller pieces to make it easier to turn. I hope you love this as much as I do!-kendra

I love your blog, cause it shows me so many things I didn´t know before… Healthy food that is good for me! And also how to cook it! The Quinoa-salad you showed me in Chicago is now very popular at my friends! 😉 Maybe you can give me some advices for food that is good for my brain while I have to concentrate on my examinations?? 😉 Greetings from Germany – Anne!